bio2imb intro microbiol
INTRODUCTION TO MICROBIOLOGY
BIO2IMB
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject introduces microbiology through units of ever increasing size and complexity. We begin with molecules and cells, proceed to whole organisms and then onto how microbes interact with their environment, including humans. Topics covered in the lectures include microbial cell and molecular biology, structure and function of microbes and viruses, the control of microbial growth, causes of common microbial and viral diseases, and microbial interactions with humans and the environment. The practical component focuses on developing the practical skills required to safely study microorganisms.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorIan Swift
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites BIO1CO OR BIO1OF
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Brock Biology of Microorganisms | Prescribed | Madigan, MT, Martinko, JM, Dunlap, PV and Clark DP 2012 | 13TH EDITION, SYDNEY, PEARSON |
| Readings | Foundations in Microbiology | Prescribed | Talaro, KT 2009 | 7TH EDITION, SYDNEY, MCGRAW-HILL |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Define and distinguish between terms in the basic vocabulary of microbiology.
- Activities:
- The vocabulary of microbiology is introduced in lectures, reinforced in practicals and assessed in assignments and tests.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Display basic competency in the safe handling, observation and enumeration of microbes in the laboratory.
- Activities:
- Safe handling and observation of microbes in the laboratory is taught and assessed in small group practical classes.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Compare the structure and function of different types of microorganisms (both prokaryotic and eukaryotic) and relate these to the other living organisms.
- Activities:
- Lectures and practical work will introduce and consolidate the concepts of structure and function of different types of microorganisms. Assessment of the student's ability to compare these and relate them to other organisms will take place in tests and the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Explain how microorganisms grow, interact with their environment, and predict those factors that are likely to affect growth for a given set of environmental conditions.
- Activities:
- Lectures will be where the students are introduced to microorganism interactions with the environments. Practical work and textbook questions will reinforce this. Assessment will be via class tests, a written assignment and the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Describe and compare various microbes and explain the roles that microbes play in human diseases and health and functioning of the environment.
- Activities:
- Microbial roles in disease and the environment will be introduced in the lectures and consolidated by a written assignment which will be assessed and feedback provided, along with class tests and the final exam.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorIan Swift
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Six 3.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | 01, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Laboratory report | 1000-word equivalent | 20 | 01, 03, 04 |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions (1-hour) | 500-word equivalent | 10 | 01, 03, 04, 05 |
Singapore, 2017, Term L1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorIan Swift
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 03 - 08
One 36.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 03 to week 08 and delivered via face-to-face.
"36-hours of Blended Lectures and Online Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered as a combination of face-to-face and online."
PracticalWeek: 03 - 08
One 15.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 03 to week 08 and delivered via face-to-face.
"15-hours of Practical or Directed Learning Activities during the teaching period and delivered via face-to-face or online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | 01, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Laboratory report | 1000-word equivalent | 20 | 01, 03, 04 |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions (1-hour) | 500-word equivalent | 10 | 01, 03, 04, 05 |
Singapore, 2017, Term L3, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorIan Swift
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 20 - 24
One 36.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 20 to week 24 and delivered via face-to-face.
"36-hours of Blended Lectures and Online Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered as a combination of face-to-face and online."
PracticalWeek: 20 - 24
One 15.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 20 to week 24 and delivered via face-to-face.
"15-hours of Practical or Directed Learning Activities during the teaching period and delivered via face-to-face or online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | 01, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Laboratory report | 1000-word equivalent | 20 | 01, 03, 04 |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions (1-hour) | 500-word equivalent | 10 | 01, 03, 04, 05 |
Singapore, 2017, Term L1, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorIan Swift
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 03 - 08
One 36.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays at night from week 03 to week 08 and delivered via face-to-face.
"36-hours of Blended Lectures and Online Learning Activities in the teaching period delivered as a combination of face-to-face and online."
PracticalWeek: 03 - 08
One 15.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 03 to week 08 and delivered via face-to-face.
"15-hours of Practical or Directed Learning Activities during the teaching period and delivered via face-to-face or online."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour examination | 40 | 01, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Laboratory report | 1000-word equivalent | 20 | 01, 03, 04 |
| Module A. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Module B. Skills Competency Tests, in practicals | 500-word equivalent | 15 | 02, 03 |
| Class test 1 - 30 multiple choice questions (1-hour) | 500-word equivalent | 10 | 01, 03, 04, 05 |